Can clown loaches live with assassin snails?
Verdict
No
No. Clown loaches and assassin snails should not share a tank. Clown loaches hunt snails, so assassin snails will be eaten.
What to watch
- Deal breakerClown loaches hunt snails, so assassin snails will be eaten.
- Watch outClown loaches grow to 8 inches and need 75 gallons, far more than a tank set up for assassin snails.
What works
- Both are fine at 77–80°F.
- pH 7–7.5 suits both.
Water side by side
Size to scale
Care at a glance
| Clown loach | Assassin snail | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature | 77–86 °F | 75–80 °F |
| pH | 6–7.5 | 7–8 |
| Adult size | 8.0 in | 1.0 in |
| Minimum tank | 75 gal | 5 gal |
| Temperament | Peaceful | Peaceful |
| Swims at | Bottom | Bottom |
| Group | Groups of 5+ | Alone or in pairs |
| Diet | Omnivore | Carnivore |
Better tank mates for clown loaches
Better tank mates for assassin snails
Questions
Can clown loaches live with assassin snails?
No. Clown loaches and assassin snails should not share a tank. Clown loaches hunt snails, so assassin snails will be eaten.
What temperature suits both clown loaches and assassin snails?
77–80 °F. Clown loaches need 77–86 °F, assassin snails need 75–80 °F.
What size tank do clown loaches and assassin snails need together?
At least 75 gal, set by the clown loach. Add space for each extra fish.